The body as a compass: when wellbeing isn’t all in the mind
Try asking yourself, right now, how you are. Almost always, the answer comes from the mind: a quick calculation based on what you’ve done and what you’ve still got to do, on the fatigue you’ve built up and how much more of it you reckon you can take. It’s the answer we settle into most […]
Why do we keep rushing through everything, even on holiday?
A relaxing holiday brings a very clear image to mind: time opening up, a slower pace, days that unfold naturally. Yet in reality, the opposite often happens. We set off wanting to unwind, only to find ourselves rushing from the beach to excursions, restaurants and experiences, crossing them off one by one. The suitcase gradually […]
You’re not stressed. You’ve simply forgotten how to slow down
Think about how many times a day you say, “I’m stressed.”You use it to describe the weight of work that never seems to ease, the notifications that follow you everywhere, a diary that leaves no room for pause . It’s a convenient label, one that appears to explain everything while saying very little. But look […]
